It’s been a long two years since the release of Bad Suns’ debut album, Language and Perspective. The indie rock band from California has spent those two years touring and crafting the masterpiece that is their newest album, Disappear Here.
While some bands would change their sound or image for their new releases, Bad Suns has stayed true to its signature sound. The contagious energy that was evident in every second of the first album is even more present here. Fans of the first album will not be disappointed by what Bad Suns has provided in their sophomore album.
This album exudes vibes of youthful energy, which is perfect for vibrant young college students such as ourselves. The album starts strong and finishes strong, with tracks that will have you tapping your toes to the beat. Prepare to have these songs stuck in your head, as they all have catchy melodic lines and lyrics that will stick with you for days.
Standouts on this album include “Disappear Here,” “Love Like Revenge,” “Daft Pretty Boys,” and “Maybe We’re Meant to Be Alone.” Here’s a brief review of some of the best tracks on the album.
“Disappear Here,” the title track, is one of the most energetic. It provides a great start to the album and has one of the catchiest choruses of all of the songs by Bad Suns.
“Love Like Revenge” features some of the best production work with synthesizers that artfully highlight the lyrics. Vocalist Christo Bowman sings in both a low range and a high falsetto to contrast different parts of the song before belting out the chorus. It’s a powerful song.
“Daft Pretty Boys” is possibly the best song on the album and one that really represents what this band is all about. There’s a contagious energy throughout the entire song, in both the vocal melody and backing instrumentals. This is definitely a song to add to your workout playlist before you go to the Sports Center.
“Maybe We’re Meant to Be Alone” is one of the slower and quieter songs on the album. It features beautiful lyrics and really showcases Bowman’s vocal range as he transitions from a high falsetto to lower lines all in the span of a chorus. It’s different than some of the other tracks, but it still feels decisively like a Bad Suns song.
These are just some of the standouts. Disappear Here features 13 tracks, so there are plenty of songs to fall in love with and jam out to in your dorm room. Longtime fans of the band will be delighted to find a familiar—yet more refined—sound, while new fans will enjoy the upbeat energy and catchy pop hooks. You can find this album on Spotify, Apple Music, and the band’s official YouTube channel. If you’re looking for a pop-rock album full of energy, Disappear Here is definitely the album for you.
